Top 3 Classroom Tech Tools for Middle & High School Teachers E286

Guest host Dr. Jenna Copper, an Assistant Professor of Education at Slippery Rock University and a former high school English teacher, shares her top three classroom technology tools that every middle and high school teacher should know: Padlet, Canva, and Gimkit. Whether you're teaching in person, in a hybrid setting, or online, these tools are ideal for enhancing student engagement, creativity, and collaboration. Learn how to use Padlet for interactive discussions, Canva for eye-catching classroom visuals, and Gimkit to gamify review sessions in a fun way. Perfect for: Secondary educators Instructional technology coaches Teachers looking for easy-to-use EdTech tools Anyone wanting to increase student voice and interaction Additionally, Dr. Copper shares practical classroom tips, creative ideas, and strategies to make these tools work for you regardless of your tech comfort level. Follow Dr. Jenna Copper on Instagram and TikTok @DrJennaCopper for daily teaching strategies and EdTech inspiration. Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported. Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom! Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways. Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.